CVE-2022-29265: Improper Restriction of XML External Entity References in Multiple Components

Published Apr 30, 2022
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Updated

Multiple components in Apache NiFi 0.0.1 to 1.16.0 do not restrict XML External Entity references in the default configuration. The Standard Content Viewer service attempts to resolve XML External Entity references when viewing formatted XML files. The following Processors attempt to resolve XML External Entity references when configured with default property values: - EvaluateXPath - EvaluateXQuery - ValidateXml Apache NiFi flow configurations that include these Processors are vulnerable to malicious XML documents that contain Document Type Declarations with XML External Entity references. The resolution disables Document Type Declarations in the default configuration for these Processors, and disallows XML External Entity resolution in standard services.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Apache nifi>=0.0.1<=1.16.0

Event History

Apr 30, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:05 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:05 AM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-29265?

The severity of CVE-2022-29265 is high with a CVSS score of 7.5.

2

What components in Apache NiFi are affected by CVE-2022-29265?

Multiple components in Apache NiFi 0.0.1 to 1.16.0 are affected by CVE-2022-29265.

3

What is the risk of CVE-2022-29265?

CVE-2022-29265 poses a risk of XML External Entity (XXE) attacks.

4

How can I mitigate CVE-2022-29265?

To mitigate CVE-2022-29265, update Apache NiFi to a version beyond 1.16.0.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-29265?

More information about CVE-2022-29265 can be found on the Apache NiFi security page.

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